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The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit

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A balcony with a wooden deck, white plastic chairs, and a table with a bottle and fruit.
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a stove.
A bedroom with two beds, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted lights.
A living room with a TV, wooden entertainment unit, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A dining area with a table set for two, a white chair, a green chair, and a bookshelf in the background.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Picton Harbour
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Picton, Marlborough
  • Place, Picton Harbour
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Picton Foreshore
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Edwin Fox Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit

Sitting right in the heart of the port town of Picton is a cosy central spot filled with character and pops of green. Welcome to The Picton Family Retreat.

This 2-bedroom unit sleeps up to 4 guests complete with all the essentials, including a sundeck and BBQ for ideal summer living.

Cook up a big breakfast to fuel everyone up for the day and then head out on a Marlborough adventure. When you get home at the end of an exciting day of exploring, enjoy relaxing together in the cosy living area.

This Picton accommodation is a 70m² unit and is ideally located so you can leave the car at home and venture out with everything within walking distance.

Picton was built around a sheltered harbour and boasts an attractive seafront dotted with cafés, restaurants as well as various types of galleries. Wander around the floating maritime museum, aquarium and be sure to go out on a cruise, fishing, dolphin watching, sea kayaking or mountain biking.

For the best of central Picton - The Picton Family Retreat awaits!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9362313
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Picton

Picton is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Picton Foreshore and Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary, while Picton Museum and Edwin Fox Museum are cultural highlights. Waitohi Recreational Reserve and Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Picton, Marlborough

What's nearby

  • Picton War Memorial - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Picton Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Picton Foreshore - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Edwin Fox Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Picton (PCN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Panda - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Roger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Toastie Lords - Picton - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit?

As of 7 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit on 16 October 2026 start from NZ$657, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Picton Family Retreat - Picton Unit located?

Situated in Picton, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Picton Museum and Picton Ferry Terminal. Picton War Memorial and Picton Foreshore are just steps away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

7.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Touches made all the difference

Really enjoyed staying at this property. Great location. The property was nicely presented inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2025
It's wonderful to learn that the little touches made a real difference during your stay, Kathleen. We're delighted you appreciated the property's excellent location and thoughtfully presented interior. Your kind feedback motivates us to continue creating memorable holiday experiences, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

We had a lovely stay in this unit, it was clean and tidy, and was well supplied with everything we needed. Great customer service from Wesley at Bachcare, he was very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
Thank you for your kind review, Sarah. We're so pleased to hear the unit was just what you needed and that it was clean, tidy, and well equipped for your stay. We’ll be sure to pass on your lovely feedback to Wesley - we’re glad he could assist in making your experience a great one. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location

I was happy to be able to have our dog with us

Friendly environment although a bit dodgy Just a comment as we experienced a fly plague,not sure where it came from as the property itself wasn't dirty and I cleaned everything I could again to ensure good standards but still flies where everywhere..
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the pet-friendly environment and your stay overall. We appreciate you bringing the fly issue to our attention and sharing your feedback. Since your stay, we have reviewed the concerns raised to help improve the experience for future guests. Bachcare Reputation & Resolutions Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Ka pai

Nice tidy unit close to town. Poor parking options.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and are pleased you chose Bachcare for your stay. Guest feedback plays an important role in helping us improve the experience we provide, and we always welcome suggestions on how we can make future stays even better. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Bachcare Reputation & Resolutions Team
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
James, thank you for rating your recent stay with us. We're glad to see you had a positive experience overall. If there's anything you’d like to share about what could have made it a five star visit, feel free to reach out by phone or email. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare.

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